New York Doll :: The Movie, 2006

You may have read about this documentary the past few months as it made some of the film festival rounds. Next month it is out on DVD with interviews with all of the surviving Dolls, Morrissey, Bob Geldof, Iggy Pop, etc. What I personally am interested in though, is the special feature where you can watch the entire twenty minute Morrissey interview. Pre-fame, Morrissey was the president of the UK NY Dolls . . .

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Lucero :: Like A Memphis Rendezvous

Memphis, TN :: Lucero Caveat Emptor: Until this past week, my knowledge of Lucero was based solely on reputation and word of mouth alone -- give or take the odd MP3 track here or there. Shit-fire, consider me all educated up -- instant-expert like. Savvy.In the mail I received both the band's latest full length release, Nobody's Darlings, as well as . . .

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A.C. Newman :: 2004 Solo Slow Joint

So let me set the scene. I was driving down Wilshire Blvd. Thursday afternoon, and this song came up on the random shuffle. Nice. I was quickly reminded just how much I liked Newman's 2004 solo debut The Slow Wonder. And here is why: While I really enjoy most everything The New Pornographers have released, I sometimes feel like I . . .

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Neil Young :: Heart of Gold Movie

Tonight I went and saw, the Jonathan Demme directed, Neil Young: Heart of Gold Movie . Filmed in Nashville at the famed Ryman auditorium, it was a fine way to kick off his latest album with an incredible band backing him (some players going back 35 years.) I will be purchasing this soundtrack as soon as possible, but in the meantime, here is a track off 2005's become a member or log in.

Live Upload Series VII :: Undertow Orchestra

This is as close as I got to seeing The Undertow Orchestra, but it's a damn fine consolation prize. This is the February 14, 2006 performance in Boston, MA.For those not familiar: David Bazan, Vic Chesnutt, Mark Eitzel and Will Johnson will be touring together as the Undertow Orchestra. This is a very special collaborative tour with David Bazan (Pedro The Lion, Headphones), Vic Chesnutt . . .

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Drive-By Truckers :: Old’uns/Good’uns

Two DBT golden oldies and a new one for the road. It goes without saying, A Blessing And A Curse is way up there is my best-of-2006 list already...Strong stuff. On the basis of this album alone, April should prove to be a good month for music. "...I said 'Dylan who?' and you told me to kiss your ass.." - Panties In Your Purse

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The Autumn Defense :: Circles

stirratt & sansone are the autumn defense I have indeed gone full-tilt with the Wilco off-shoots/etc. the past week, but bear with me for just a little while longer, as you do not want to miss this one. Aside from his main gig, John Stirratt teams up with Pat Sansone to form The Autumn Defense.

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Golden Smog :: Just A Piece Of Pecan Pie

We're going to have to sit and wait a few months until the next Golden Smog album, but the way I look at it is that this just gives you more time to appreciate the old jams. And if that isn't enough for you, there are many Golden Smog related releases out there to be had. Anyway, to tide you over until . . .

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Uncle Tupelo :: No Depression (Re-issue)

A few years ago the UT catalog got picked up, dusted off, and re-issued with a handsome number of bonus tracks added to the end of each proper album. Here are two of the four tacked on to the end of the seminal No Depression

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Songs For Sixty Five Roses :: A Benefit Album

As Songs:Illinois mentioned recently, Songs For Sixty Five Roses is a benefit for children with Cystic Fibrosis. When I received the foundation's letter and album last week, I was happy to assist -- but would fully endorse this album on it's artistic merits alone, even if not a charity production.A who's-who in the NC independent music scene, Sixty Five . . .

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Under The Covers :: So. Central Rain

photo credit: amy levine

R.E.M.'s early IRS catalog reaks of Athens' GA lore. While not not always conveyed directly in the lyrics themselves, there is always a film that covers and envelopes the atmosphere of the songs. None better exemplified that "So. Central Rain."

Brooklyn country-politan collective, HEM, have just released their third album entitled . . .

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Centro-Matic :: Triggers & Trash Heaps

This month is the ten year anniversary for Denton, TX natives Centro-Matic. So, Happy Birthday to you, fellers -- double digits and all. But that's not the only news, the band also has a new record out on Misra and you can stream the whole thing here. Additionally, here is a song you won't find on the new album. [edit: it is in fact on . . .

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J. Tillman :: Via Seattle

I originally posted the below write-up on October 19, 2005. Since then, Tillman has put out the limited-release album "Long May You Run" (sold out) and developed many new fans along the way. Along with the two tracks from October, check out these two songs off "Long May You Run," as well as this great interview Tillman did recently with Garrison Reid from Indieinterviews.com.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Tip of . . .

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